Current melanoma incidence in older white men (65 and older) is about five times that of the general population. Before age 50, the incidence of melanoma in women is higher than men, but by age 65, melanoma incidence rates are twice as high in men. By ages 80 and older, the rate is three times higher in men than women of the same age. Why are older men highly susceptible … [Read more...]
What You Need To Know About Treating Skin Cancer
As a Florida resident, you either love the sun or learn to love it. But all that time in the sun increases your risk for skin cancer. The U.S. has the second-highest incidence rate of skin cancer, and until people take a more preventative approach to sun safety, skin cancer screening and treatment will remain an important aspect of your overall health. Treatment Options for … [Read more...]
Honor Flight Gives Back to America’s Heroes
"We can't all be heroes – some of us have to stand on the curb and clap as they go by." – Will Rogers Recently, on a beautiful Saturday in Washington, D.C., I spent a day in the company of heroes. On a mission with Honor Flight Central Florida, I got to act as a guardian for one of 24 honored veterans who were transported to the nation’s capital for a day of touring the … [Read more...]
’Twas the Middle of SUMMER BREAK…
’Twas the Middle of SUMMER BREAK… by Sharon Fuentes ’Twas the middle of summer break And all through the house, Every creature was stirring Mom, both kids and her spouse. Wet bathing suits and towels Lying on the floor without care With hopes that the Laundry Fairy Would soon see them there. And I in my tank top, Pony tail and baseball cap, Wishfully dreaming that … [Read more...]
Tough Things to Talk About: Human Trafficking
A few Fridays ago, I was running with my friend Melissa, and she shared with me how she has become involved with The Howard Phillips Center for Children & Families, a part of Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. This was a Friday at 5:15 a.m., and our conversation revolved around human trafficking. As a mother of three boys, I couldn't help but think of any of my boys in … [Read more...]
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